2007 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
