2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2004 Seat Cordoba and 2004 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (130 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cordoba | A |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |