2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz S and 2007 Seat Cordoba were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 942 kg more than 2007 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | S | Cordoba |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |