2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 707 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 2011 Chrysler 300 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 2011 Chrysler 300. 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2011 Chrysler 300 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. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Seat | Chrysler |
| Model | Cordoba | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
