2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 73 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cordoba | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
