2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2000 Tata Indica
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Tata Indica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata Indica would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Tata Indica. 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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata Indica. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 2000 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Cordoba | Indica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
