2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 Ibiza (310 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
