2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2004 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Cordoba | R2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
