2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford C-Max. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford C-Max.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Ibiza | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2788 mm |
