2005 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 75 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 17 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 | 1525 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
