2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (159 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Stilo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1295 kg | 1215 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
