1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| 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 | 1399 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
