2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C2 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |