1995 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 49 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 Ford Escort (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
