2005 Mazda Etude vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Etude weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
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 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Etude | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
