2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 292 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Cordoba | Arosa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 67.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |