2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, both 2004 Seat Ibiza and 2004 Seat Arosa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 155 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Arosa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |