1996 Nissan Almera vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Almera | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Almera | Exeo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2642 mm |