2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 443 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 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 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 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Ibiza | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |