2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 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 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1186 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
