2003 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |