2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 306 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, 2009 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
