2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 248 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
