2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 71 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Micra | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Micra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |