2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Accord 2010 Seat Ibiza
Make Honda Seat
Model Accord Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1177 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L