1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 962 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
