2012 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 386 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera.
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 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera. 2002 Nissan Primera has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Primera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Ibiza | Primera |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
