2006 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo C70 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | C70 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
