2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2010 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Megane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
