2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 8 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 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR T 440 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 285 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 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 2008 TVR T 440 R. 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Ibiza | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
