2003 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 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 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 45 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 45 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |