2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 316 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 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 | 208 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
