2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 472 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Seat | Jaguar |
| Model | Cordoba | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2909 mm |
