2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Frontier | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
