1995 Mazda 626 vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
