2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 277 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ibiza | HHR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
