2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour.

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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2004 MCC ForFour 2008 Seat Cordoba
Make MCC Seat
Model ForFour Cordoba
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1499 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1194 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm


 

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