2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
