2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Sunfire | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |