2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu YRV | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | YRV | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
