2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1335 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2012 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | Cordoba | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
