2006 Renault Twingo vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Renault Twingo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,192 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Renault Twingo. 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Twingo | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Twingo | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |