2000 Saturn SC vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | SC | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
