2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
