2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa. 2008 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Outlook | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 34 L |
