2003 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Kangoo | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
