2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Silverado | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |