2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 172 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
