1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 733 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.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
