2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2007 Seat Ibiza and 2005 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 9.4 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 | 1177 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |