2009 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2009 Seat Leon and 2009 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 232 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, 2009 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1260 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |