2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Expedition | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2450 mm |