2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Ibiza | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
