2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Atos | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
