2004 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | GTV | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
