2006 Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 27 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1242 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |