2003 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 654 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.
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, 2011 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Cordoba. 2011 Volvo C70 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. 2011 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Cordoba | C70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
