2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2004 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
