2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 705 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Arosa | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Arosa | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |