1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 835 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
