2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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 (112 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
