2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Ibiza and 2006 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 249 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, both vehicles can yield 140 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |