2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 860 kg more than 2001 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Pathfinder | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
