2012 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Exeo would be higher. Both 2012 Seat Ibiza and 2008 Seat Exeo are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 223 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Exeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |