2005 Citroen C vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Citroen C 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 125 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.
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 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
