2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza

To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 127 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Ibiza 2007 Seat Ibiza
Make Seat Seat
Model Ibiza Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.9 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1142 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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