2003 Citroen Saxo vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 359 kg more than 2003 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Saxo. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Saxo | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Saxo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |