2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 93 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |