2006 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Daihatsu Sirion (121 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Sirion | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
