2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2002 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
