2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Ibiza | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Ibiza | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
