2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | RX-8 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
