2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 857 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
