2009 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 624 kg more than 1999 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1999 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |