2003 Lada 111 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 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 149 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 111 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | 111 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
