2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |