2004 Saturn ION vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn ION weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn ION | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | ION | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
