2003 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3.
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, 2003 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 3 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
