2004 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Cordoba. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1999 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
