2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 361 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 (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
