2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 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 2004 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Cordoba | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
