2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2010 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Ibiza | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
