2002 Seat Ibiza vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Ibiza. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Ibiza | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
