2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. Both 2004 Renault Vel Satis and 2008 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 561 kg more than 2008 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
