2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 2001 Seat Ibiza has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Ibiza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
