2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 863 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 2003 Tata Safari | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Ibiza | Safari |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1177 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |