2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
