2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Renault Koleos.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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 Koleos (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 2012 Renault Koleos has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Koleos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Ibiza | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
