2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Impala (305 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Impala | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |