2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
