2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 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 28 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 155 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |