2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 910 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2002 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Arosa | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Arosa | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |