2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2005 Kia Sephia II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sephia II (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sephia II weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 2005 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Ibiza | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
