2006 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2006 BMW 118 and 2006 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.

Because 2006 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118. 2006 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 118 2006 Seat Ibiza
Make BMW Seat
Model 118 Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 204 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1836 kg 1154 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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