2010 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2010 GMC Envoy and 2010 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 779 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 GMC Envoy 2010 Seat Ibiza
Make GMC Seat
Model Envoy Ibiza
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 45 L


 

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