2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
