2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 121 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
