2007 Seat Altea vs. 1998 Seat Cordoba

To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 490 kg more than 1998 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Cordoba. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Seat Altea 1998 Seat Cordoba
Make Seat Seat
Model Altea Cordoba
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 203 km/hour 187 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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