2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 111 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cordoba | 147 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |