2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Seat Ibiza | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Ibiza | 550 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2969 mm |