2005 Seat Arosa vs. 1998 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 1998 Citroen Saxo has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Citroen Saxo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 1998 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Arosa | Saxo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
