2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (86 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Ibiza | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |