2007 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 146 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.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 318 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 318 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
