2008 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |