2004 Seat Arosa vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 226 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2003 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Arosa | 2003 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Arosa | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |