2012 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 331 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Exeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |