2004 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2012 Renault Koleos is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Koleos (148 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Koleos 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.
Because 2012 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Koleos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
