1996 Renault Megane vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 1996 Renault Megane and 1996 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Renault Megane (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Megane | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |