2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1884 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 2012 Maybach 57 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 2012 Maybach 57. 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 913 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2012 Maybach 57 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. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Seat | Maybach |
| Model | Arosa | 57 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
