1996 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 13 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), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Cordoba | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |