2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 558 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Colorado | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
