2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Seat Altea

To start off, 2008 Seat Altea 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 Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 251 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea 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 Altea
Make Seat Seat
Model Ibiza Altea
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 216 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1154 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 55 L


 

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