2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 179 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
