2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 104 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |