2005 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (108 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 551 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Clio | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |