2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Lacetti | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
