2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | i10 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
