2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 235 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Cordoba | S40 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |