2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Vibe | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
