2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
