2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Quantum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |