1995 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ibiza | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
