2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Chevrolet Express 1996 Seat Ibiza
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Express Ibiza
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92.8 mm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 45 L