1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1999 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Safrane | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |