2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Wrangler | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
