2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 72 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Arosa | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Arosa | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1046 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |