2005 Seat Arosa vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 787 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 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 2006 Volvo S80 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. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Arosa | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
