2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Jazz | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |