1990 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.

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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen BX 2005 Seat Cordoba
Make Citroen Seat
Model BX Cordoba
Year Released 1990 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 45 L


 

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