2004 Seat Arosa vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 44 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Arosa | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
