2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 99 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
