2003 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 256 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 407 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
