1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Telstar weights approximately 350 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Telstar | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
