1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 14 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba. 2013 Hyundai Azera has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Cordoba | Azera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2845 mm |
