2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2000 Seat Ibiza (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
