2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
