2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 541 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Eos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
