1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 328 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1995 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Ranger | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ranger | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
