2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 451 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |