2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 271 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 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2008 Seat Ibiza
Make Porsche Seat
Model 911 Ibiza
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1154 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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