2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Zafira weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
