2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 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 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
