2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1033 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 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
Model | Touareg | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |