2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Elise | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |