2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 478 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 05-Sep | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
