1995 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 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, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Trans Sport | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
