2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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 Xsara (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |