2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 332 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |