2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Xedos 6 weights approximately 50 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.
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, 1996 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Seat | Xedos |
Model | Cordoba | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |