2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (138 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
