1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 Seat Cordoba (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Cordoba | R2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
