2010 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2010 Kia Carnival and 2010 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 847 kg more than 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 246 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Carnival | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Carnival | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
