2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Almera | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1194 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
