1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | CX | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
