2002 Mazda Laputa 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 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mazda Laputa 2005 Seat Cordoba
Make Mazda Seat
Model Laputa Cordoba
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 657 cc 1389 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.4 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 45 L