2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2000 Seat Ibiza and 2000 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Ibiza | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Seat | TVR |
Model | Ibiza | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |