2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 663 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Durango 2009 Seat Ibiza
Make Dodge Seat
Model Durango Ibiza
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5652 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1691 kg 1028 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 45 L


 

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