2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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2009 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |