2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 1997 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S40 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 1997 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
