2003 Mazda Demio vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 232 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Demio | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Demio | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |