2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 161 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |