2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 6 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (154 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Jazz | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
