2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 45 L |