2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Corvette and 2005 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 125 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |