2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1997 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 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Ibiza. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
