2005 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2011 Renault Sandero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 554 kg more than 2011 Renault Sandero.
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 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ibiza | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13 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 | 1665 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
