2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2002 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Arosa 2002 Honda CR-V
Make Seat Honda
Model Arosa CR-V
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2359 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 67.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 70.6 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 955 kg 1478 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 58 L


 

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