2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 511 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1640 kg |
