2008 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2008 Lexus IS 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
