2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo. 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, 2012 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ibiza | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
