2002 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 71 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 (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 307 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
