2005 Audi S8 vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S8 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S8 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, 2005 Audi S8 (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa. 2005 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S8 | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S8 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 860 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
