2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 909 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Commander | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
