2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
