2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Smart | Seat |
Model | ForFour | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |