1997 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. 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 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | AX | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |