2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2004 Seat Ibiza and 2004 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 180 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.
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 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
