2006 Alpina B5 vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Because 2006 Alpina B5 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 2006 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B5 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
