2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 67 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fiesta | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
