2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 97 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2002 Seat Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Cordoba | Toledo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |