2003 Seat Cordoba vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2003 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 2008 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Cordoba | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Cordoba | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
