1999 Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda HR-V weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | HR-V | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
