2006 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza

To start off, both 2006 Mazda DrifterX and 2006 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.

Because 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 2006 Mazda DrifterX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mazda DrifterX 2006 Seat Ibiza
Make Mazda Seat
Model DrifterX Ibiza
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 257 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 21.6:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 45 L


 

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