2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Osee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Osee would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Osee. (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Osee. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Osee | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Osee | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |