2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 348 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Seat Toledo 2003 Seat Cordoba
Make Seat Seat
Model Toledo Cordoba
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 183 km/hour 168 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1086 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption City 6.7 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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