2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 293 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Ibiza | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
