2004 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 11 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, 2004 Ford Focus (183 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Focus 2002 Seat Cordoba
Make Ford Seat
Model Focus Cordoba
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 125 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 19.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1221 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.1 L/100km 4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.1 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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