2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. Both 2006 Seat Ibiza and 2004 Skoda Fabia are equipped with a 1,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 40 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 (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
