2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Sumo weights approximately 703 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2005 Tata Sumo 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, 2005 Tata Sumo 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 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Ibiza | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| 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 | 178 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
