2007 Honda Element vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 910 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
