2011 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2011 Seat Ibiza and 2006 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 414 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ibiza | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |