2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 146 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.

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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Seat Ibiza 2011 Seat Ibiza
Make Seat Seat
Model Ibiza Ibiza
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 98 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1069 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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