2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | HR-V | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |