2008 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (129 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (124 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
