2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 616 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Cordoba. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
