2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 144 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | T5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |