2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 213 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | C30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |