1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Cordoba | Altea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |