2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2008 Seat Ibiza and 2008 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 281 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.
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 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |