2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 433 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Ibiza (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Colorado | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
