2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
