2005 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 1 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 172 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 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
