2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Cordoba | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
