1999 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 75 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
