2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | Ibiza | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
