1997 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |
