2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
