2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2003 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
