2004 Renault Megane vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 4 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 581 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
