1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 61 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
