2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 646 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 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Vibe | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
