2005 Marcos TSO vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 326 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Marcos | Seat |
| Model | TSO | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
