2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
