2001 Volvo C70 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (165 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo C70 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (217 Nm). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo C70 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | C70 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1658 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
