1999 Seat Ibiza vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Ibiza | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Bora |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
