2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 BMW 320 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 320. 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 320 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |