2006 Ford Ikon vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ikon | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Ikon | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
