2001 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz A and 2001 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz A | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | A | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |