2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 160 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Seat | Mini |
Model | Cordoba | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |