2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 14 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 206 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
