2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C2 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
