2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 542 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
