2000 Ford Equator vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Equator | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1177 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2470 mm |
