2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 889 kg more than 2001 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa. 2004 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sorento | Arosa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |