2000 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 466 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
