2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Ignis. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
