2005 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
