2005 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1355 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
