2004 Mazda Spiano vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2006 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Spiano | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Spiano | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
