2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 899 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
