2001 Holden Zafira vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
