2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chrysler 300 2006 Seat Ibiza
Make Chrysler Seat
Model 300 Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3518 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 219 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 1142 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3060 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 45 L


 

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