2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Ibiza | Korando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
