2007 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 661 kg more than 1997 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Civic | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
