2008 Seat Altea vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 551 kg more than 1997 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 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Altea | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
