2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2315 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.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Excursion | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
