2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
