2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2003 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Ram 2003 Seat Ibiza
Make Dodge Seat
Model Ram Ibiza
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 8277 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 732 Nm 112 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102.4 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100.6 mm 86.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2274 kg 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2470 mm


 

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