2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 131 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Lacetti | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
