2000 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 333 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | I | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
