2005 Audi RS4 vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Audi RS4 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | RS4 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
