2008 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1781 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |