2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra
To start off, both 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6 and 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6. 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 1.9 TDi Cupra (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Seat Ibiza 1.6 | 2011 Seat Ibiza 1.9 TDi Cupra | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2011 | 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 |