2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Renault Megane
To start off, 2012 Renault Megane is newer by 7 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Megane 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Renault Megane | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | Cordoba | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |