2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | Arosa | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2613 mm |
