2009 Kia Opirus vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Kia Opirus is newer by 6 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2003 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, 2009 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa. 2009 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Opirus | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Opirus | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
