1998 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Sunny | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
