2000 Seat Cordoba vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2001 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour.
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, 2001 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Cordoba | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Cordoba | ForFour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |