2005 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Cordoba (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2005 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
