1997 Proton Saloon vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Proton Saloon.
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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Saloon | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Saloon | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
