2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1895 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
