2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 794 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Blazer | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
