1999 Renault Scenic vs. 2002 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Scenic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 2002 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Scenic | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
