2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 BMW 116.
Because 2010 BMW 116 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 2010 BMW 116. 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, 2010 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2010 BMW 116 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Ibiza | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |