2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 772 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
