2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
