1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 470 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Seat | Cadillac |
| Model | Cordoba | BLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
