1997 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
