2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 471 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
