2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 404 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 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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, 2010 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Toyota RAV4 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. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
