2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Ibiza would be higher. Both 2009 Audi A3 and 2007 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1410 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |