2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Spark | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
