2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 287 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 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Corolla | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
