2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
