2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |