2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 216 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (235 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
