2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Ford Focus (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
