2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 171 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ibiza | A |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1154 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
