2008 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 165 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1380 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
