1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. 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, 1998 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Cordoba | Ka |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
