2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2002 Seat Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B2500 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
