2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 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 Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
