2002 Seat Ibiza vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 850 kg more than 2002 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Ibiza | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Korando |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
