2009 Ford Flex vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 137 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Flex | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Flex | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1103 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |