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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 119 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 Seat Ibiza (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
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 | 1779 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 14.9 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 | 1154 kg | 1035 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 |
