1998 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 47 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera.
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 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Almera | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Almera | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
