2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Cordoba | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
