2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Cordoba | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
