2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Seat | Smart |
| Model | Cordoba | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 22 L |
