2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 209 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.
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, 2000 Seat Arosa (117 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
