2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 2002 Seat Arosa

To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 807 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Mazda B4000 2002 Seat Arosa
Make Mazda Seat
Model B4000 Arosa
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4031 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 86 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 67.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 70.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1667 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 3560 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2330 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 34 L


 

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