2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Seat | Saab |
| Model | Ibiza | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
