2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 252 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
