2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
