1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 16 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Ibiza | Venza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |