2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lada 2123 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 2123 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
