2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Lacetti | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 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 | 1170 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
