2009 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
