2001 Opel Omega vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Omega (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Omega weights approximately 527 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Omega | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
