1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 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 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
