1993 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 255 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (145 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Kia Sorento 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. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Ibiza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
