1995 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
