2005 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Arosa | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Seat | Lotus |
| Model | Arosa | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
