2008 Mazda Etude vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,595 cc, 2008 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Etude weights approximately 204 kg more than 2003 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 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Etude | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
