2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2002 Seat Cordoba and 2002 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW Z3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW Z3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2002 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Seat Cordoba | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Cordoba | Z3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |