2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | X-Trail | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1177 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
