2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 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 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.2 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 | 1704 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
