2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota iQ (89 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ.
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, 2011 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | iQ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
