1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 10 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ.
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, 2009 Toyota iQ (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | iQ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |