2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 17 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |