2009 Jeep Compass vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 216 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Compass | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
