2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 953 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 2001 Seat Ibiza has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Ibiza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ducato | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
