2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B2300 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
