2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Cordoba | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |