2004 Ford GT vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | GT | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
