2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 Ford Expedition and 2006 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 666 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Expedition | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
