2008 Hyundai Matrix vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Matrix 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 165 kg more 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Matrix. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Matrix.
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2008 Hyundai Matrix | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Matrix | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |