2001 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1510 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.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Cordoba. (108 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Cordoba. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Cordoba | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3002 mm |
