2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 176 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Seat | Mini |
Model | Ibiza | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |