2007 Honda Element vs. 1998 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 118 more horse power than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1998 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Ibiza. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1998 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 | 1998 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
