2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 251 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Arosa | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Arosa | Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 974 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |