2007 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |