1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Hyundai Lantra (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Lantra | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
