1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 545 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (77 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2009 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2009 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Ibiza | Carens |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1043 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
