2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 188 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2002 Smart ForFour 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. 2002 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Seat | Smart |
| Model | Ibiza | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
