2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 651 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
