2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2004 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 516 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Outlander | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
