2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1131 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 Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 45 L |
