2001 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 224 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
