2007 Seat Cordoba vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1227 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Cordoba | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Cordoba | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |