2005 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 134 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
