2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 is newer by 6 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 182 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, 2012 Peugeot 207 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ibiza | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
