2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
