2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
Model | Touareg | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |