2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
