2010 Seat Ibiza vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 511 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza. 2003 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Ibiza | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1069 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
