2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2002 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 7 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa.
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 Pontiac G5 (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 2002 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | G5 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
