2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 286 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 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Ibiza | Impreza |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |