2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | i10 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
