1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 723 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Explorer | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
