2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 173 kg more than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
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 Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
