1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Seat | Porsche |
Model | Ibiza | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |