1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
