2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 1999 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Safari weights approximately 858 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Tata Safari 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 1999 Tata Safari | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Ibiza | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |