1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1999 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Altea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
