2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Ibiza | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Ibiza | Zafira |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |