2006 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Arosa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |