2003 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |