2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |