1998 Nissan Crew vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Crew. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Crew weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1998 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Crew | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Crew | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |