2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
