2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 303 kg more than 2001 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
