2006 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 116 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Because 2006 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 116 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
