2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent and 2005 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.

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 Hyundai Accent (132 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Accent 2005 Seat Ibiza
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Accent Ibiza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.5:1
Top Speed 172 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 17 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 1014 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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