2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Micra 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (129 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
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 (310 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Cordoba | Micra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2449 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
