2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2000 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 2000 Seat Cordoba (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. 2003 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2000 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charade | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |