2002 Holden Berlina vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 571 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Holden Berlina 2011 Seat Ibiza
Make Holden Seat
Model Berlina Ibiza
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1069 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2470 mm


 

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