2005 Seat Arosa vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2002 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Arosa | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
