2001 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2001 Ford Falcon and 2001 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Falcon 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 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Falcon | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Falcon | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |