2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1713 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 34 L |
