1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford S-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford S-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford S-Max (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford S-Max weights approximately 818 kg more than 1997 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, 2010 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | S-Max |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
