2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 511 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Baja | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
