2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 908 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.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Cordoba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
