2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 855 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Arosa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |