2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2000 Hyundai Sonata and 2000 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Sonata | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Sonata | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |