2006 Renault Clio vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Clio | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |