2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 315 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.

Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Ibiza 2009 Toyota 4Runner
Make Seat Toyota
Model Ibiza 4Runner
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1196 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 87 L


 

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