2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz S and 2011 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 876 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | S | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
