2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mustang and 2004 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 581 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 2004 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mustang | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |