2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2009 Seat Ibiza and 2009 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Ibiza | XC90 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |