2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 429 kg more than 2012 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 Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Maxima | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
