1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 1999 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SLK | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
