2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. Both 2006 Volkswagen Touran and 2012 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
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 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Touran | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
