2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 268 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
