2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
