2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
