2005 Seat Cordoba vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol.
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, 2012 Renault Symbol (148 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Cordoba | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2473 mm |
