2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
