2007 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 315 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza. 2007 BMW 120 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. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 120 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
