2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 26 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 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Cordoba | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |