2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 937 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJ220 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
