2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (158 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Altima | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
