2005 Renault Avantime vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 566 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Avantime | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1154 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |