2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (189 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Seat | Chrysler |
| Model | Ibiza | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
