1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 52 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |