1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Seat | Porsche |
| Model | Ibiza | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2896 mm |
