1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
