2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B2500 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
