2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Seat | Daewoo |
Model | Ibiza | Kalos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |