2007 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
