2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 2003 Toyota Corolla 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. 2003 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Ibiza 2003 Toyota Corolla
Make Seat Toyota
Model Ibiza Corolla
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 84.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1142 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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