2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2006 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Cordoba | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |