2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C1 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |