2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 945 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
