2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 909 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
