1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |