2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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, 2004 Citroen C 15 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
