2008 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Sirion | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 15.7 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 | 890 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
