1998 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
