2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Ibiza | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |