2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1490 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.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
