2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 684 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
