2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Cordoba | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Citi |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1595 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |