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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (184 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 | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
