1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 294 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
