1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |