2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 371 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, 2002 Seat Cordoba (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
