2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 413 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Ibiza | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
