2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1159 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 2002 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2002 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
