2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Ibiza | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |