2000 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Cordoba. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | S40 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |