2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 297 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2004 Toyota Caldina 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. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
