2003 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa. 2011 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Arosa | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Arosa | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 125 L |
