2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Cordoba | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |