2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 709 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.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Ibiza 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Seat Seat
Model Ibiza Alhambra
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1198 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.9 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1015 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.9 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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