2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 137 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
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2009 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |