2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | RAV4 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3544 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
