2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 35 L |
