2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 1007 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 66 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, 2011 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | Cordoba | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
