2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Primera | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
