2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 10 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1499 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.
Because 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 906 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Seat | Bentley |
Model | Cordoba | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 96 L |