2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cordoba | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
