2000 Kia Spectra vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2000 Kia Spectra 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 (154 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Kia Spectra. (99 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Spectra weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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 (210 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Spectra. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Spectra | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Spectra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
