2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 Ibiza (130 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |