2009 Lada 21 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 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (98 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada 21 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada 21 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 21 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
