2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 84 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Cordoba | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
