2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 3 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 395 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 (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
