2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (159 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fusion | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
