2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 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), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 305 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ibiza | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
