1997 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
