2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
