2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Drifter and 2005 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Drifter | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1015 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
