2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A and 2006 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 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 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | A | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2034 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |