Seat Cordoba II 1.4 TDI (75 Hp)
Seat Cordoba:
The SEAT Córdoba is the saloon, estate and coupé version of the SEAT Ibiza supermini car, built by the Spanish automaker SEAT. It was manufactured between 1993 and 2008, and was related to the second and third generations of the Ibiza.
The first-generation Córdoba was presented at the 1993 Frankfurt Motor Show and launched that summer. Designed by Italian Giorgetto Giugiaro, it was based on the chassis of the SEAT Ibiza Mk2. Its 1. 4, 1. 6, 1. 8 and 2. 0-litre petrol engines were also found in the Volkswagen Polo and Ibiza, as was the 1. 9 TDI....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Seat Cordoba (II). With 195 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (100 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 11.1 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.1 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 485 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: May, 2005 - November, 2008).
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| Brand: | Seat |
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| Model: | Cordoba |
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| Generation: | II |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TDI (75 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | October, 2002 |
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| End of production: | November, 2008 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 52.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 195 Nm @ 2200 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AMF More details about the engine AMF |
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| Engine displacement: | 1422 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector) |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
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| Coolant: | 5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.3 kg/Hp, 65.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 170.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
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| Max. weight: | 1662 |
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| Max load: | 517 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 485 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4280 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1698 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1441 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1419 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
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| Front suspension | Coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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