2005 Honda Stream 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 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Stream | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1103 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
