2000 Ford Ka vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2000 Ford Ka and 2000 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |