2004 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 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 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |