2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,795 cc, 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 276 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Corsa 2006 Seat Ibiza
Make Opel Seat
Model Corsa Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1779 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1154 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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