2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 664 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
