2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Getz | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Getz | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1163 kg | 1154 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
