1998 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Outback Sport | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
