2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Ibiza | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
