2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 447 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, 2004 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (200 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2004 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. 2004 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
