2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Colorado | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
