2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Ibiza | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
