1996 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
