2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 292 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |