1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 187 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |