2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (155 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | CX-7 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |