2005 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 6 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 138 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, 2011 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 2011 Kia Rio 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. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Arosa | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
