2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, both 2005 Seat Ibiza and 2005 Fiat Croma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 413 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.
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 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 2005 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Ibiza | Croma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |