2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Impala | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
