1998 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 720 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
