2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,132 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2005 Seat Ibiza
Make Audi Seat
Model Q7 Ibiza
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4132 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 322 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 760 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 236 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 13.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2420 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 45 L


 

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