2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 4 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 402 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 2007 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
