2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Ibiza | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.1 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 | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
