2008 SsangYong Korando vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 771 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Korando | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | SsangYong | Seat |
| Model | Korando | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
