2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (320 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
