2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 329 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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 (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |