2003 Ford Lynx vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Lynx (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Lynx should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 54 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Lynx | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Lynx | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
