2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |