2000 Saturn SC 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 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 107 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | SC | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
