2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Superb weights approximately 541 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, 2003 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Cordoba | Superb |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
