2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 52 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cordoba | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
