2003 Seat Ibiza vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 156 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Seat Ibiza (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2001 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Ibiza | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ibiza | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
