2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Ibiza | V50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
