2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 601 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 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Arosa | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Arosa | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2740 mm |
