2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 14.2 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 | 840 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
