1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 19 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Jaguar | Seat |
Model | XJR-15 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |