2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 418 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | Ibiza | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
