2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 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 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
