2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 403 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
