2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Seat | Saturn |
| Model | Ibiza | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
