1997 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 101 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
