2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
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2004 Seat Ibiza | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Ibiza | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |