2009 Renault Scenic vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Scenic | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Scenic | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
