2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 809 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 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 2011 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2011 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Seat Ibiza 2011 Dodge Charger
Make Seat Dodge
Model Ibiza Charger
Year Released 2000 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 370 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 535 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1929 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5077 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3053 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 72 L


 

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