2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 431 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
