2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 6 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 201 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, 2004 Seat Cordoba (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cordoba | 147 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |