2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
