2006 Ford Ka 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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka.
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 Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ka | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
