2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 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 33 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 345 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 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 |
