2002 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 350 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 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
