2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
