2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 161 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |