2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Arosa weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Arosa (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Seat | Smart |
| Model | Arosa | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1820 mm |
