2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 286 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
