2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2008 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | PT Cruiser | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |