2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1278 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ibiza | GL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |