2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2002 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 454 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.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2001 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Cordoba | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |