2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 566 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 2010 Alpina B5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Alpina B5 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. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Seat | Alpina |
| Model | Ibiza | B5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
