1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 528 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Caravan | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Caravan | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |