2006 Honda FR-V vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 424 kg more than 1996 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 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | FR-V | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
