2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 132 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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 (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
