2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 8 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 88 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Spark | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
