2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Kia Amanti
To start off, both 2008 Seat Ibiza and 2008 Kia Amanti were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Amanti. 2008 Kia Amanti has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Amanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Ibiza | Amanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |