1999 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 917 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Seat Ibiza 2010 Dodge Charger
Make Seat Dodge
Model Ibiza Charger
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 49 HP 368 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 86 Nm 535 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4350 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 1853 kg
Vehicle Length 3820 mm 5083 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1478 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3048 mm


 

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