2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 325 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |