2011 Seat Ibiza vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 39 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Seat Ibiza | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
