2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 6 | 2007 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 6 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |