2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 405 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.
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 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 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 | 1485 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |