2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala and 2008 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (233 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Impala | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |