2001 Kia Visto vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Visto | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Visto | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |