2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 103 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-150 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | E-150 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 45 L |