2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 92 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
