2011 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C-Crosser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C-Crosser would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2009 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2009 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Ibiza | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
