2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
