2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
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 Mini Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Seat | Mini |
| Model | Cordoba | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
