2000 Holden Vectra vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 356 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
