2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Ford Bantam

To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam.

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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Ibiza 2012 Ford Bantam
Make Seat Ford
Model Ibiza Bantam
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1196 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 54 L


 

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