1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 469 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
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1993 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Ibiza | Colorado |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |