1998 Ford Royale vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1998 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Royale | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Royale | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
