2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda 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 1,251 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Panda | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
