2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 86 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, 2009 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
