2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 740 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Buick Rendezvous 1993 Seat Ibiza
Make Buick Seat
Model Rendezvous Ibiza
Year Released 2005 1993
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2450 mm