1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 209 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
