1999 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 9 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol.
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, 2008 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm). This means 2008 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2473 mm |
