2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |