2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 732 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
