2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 257 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Ibiza | Forester |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |