1999 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Renault Avantime. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 398 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Avantime | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Avantime | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1177 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
