2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
